Crystal Red Shrimp (Caridina cantonensis)
Quick facts
Scientific nameCaridina cantonensis
Care levelModerate
Reef safetyFreshwater
TemperamentPeaceful
Adult size1 in
Minimum tank size5
Water parametersTemp 68-76°F, pH 5.8-6.8, GH 4-6 dGH
Diet and feeding
omnivore
Keeper notes
Breeds in freshwater but needs soft acidic water; grade reflects white/red coverage and pattern. The classic red-and-white bee shrimp, requiring soft, acidic water best made from RO remineralized with a Caridina-specific GH/KH product over active (buffering) substrate. Keep parameters stable and feed biofilm plus quality shrimp foods. Highly copper sensitive — never use copper meds. More demanding than Neocaridina; stability is everything.
Log Crystal Red Shrimp in your reef tank
Reef Trak gives you the full record on every species in your tank: acquisition date, source, photos, parameters at time of stocking, and links to maintenance and feeding events. Track Crystal Red Shrimp alongside everything else in your reef.
